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HAPPENING IN YOUR COMMUNITY
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Employment Workshop: Improving your Interviews
Thursday, November 10 from 5pm-6pm (900 Merivale Rd, in person and online)
Do you find interviews intimidating? Join us to learn more about how to prepare for interviews and understanding how to answer interview questions, with an opportunity to practice! Presented in English but bilingual facilitator can answer questions in French. All are welcome, and free to register. Click here to view poster.
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Community
Benefits and Credits for Students Webinar
Wednesday, November 9 from2pm-2:40pm (online)
In honour of Financial Literacy Month, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is hosting an interactive webinar on ways to do your taxes, what to expect when starting your first job, the GST/HST credit, how to be scam smart, and more! Click here for more information.
Multi-Employer Job Fair
Thursday, November 10 from 2pm-4pm (1355 Bank Street Suite 703)
Looking for your next career move? YSB Employment Services is hosting a multi-employer job fair featuring over 15 employers from sectors including the Food Industry, Call Centres, Construction, Customer Service and Administration. Click here to view poster. Click here for more information.
Employment Workshop: Improving your Interviews
Thursday, November 10 from 5pm-6pm (900 Merivale Rd, in person and online)
Do you find interviews intimidating? Join us to learn more about how to prepare for interviews and understanding how to answer interview questions, with an opportunity to practice! Presented in English but bilingual facilitator can answer questions in French. All are welcome, and free to register. Click here to view poster.
Financial Literacy Month
November 2022
This Financial Literacy Month, learn about good versus bad debt and how to manage your money in a changing world. Featuring webinars on topics including budgeting and money management, will and estate planning, banking, fraud, financial planning, and more! Click here for the events calendar.
Free Yoga Classes
Thursdays (1520 Caldwell Avenue)
Women's Yoga: 1pm-1:30pm
Community Yoga: 1:40-2:30pm
Yoga offers physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages. And, if you’re going through an illness, recovering from surgery or living with a chronic condition, yoga can become an integral part of your treatment and help with healing. All are welcome. Click here to view poster.
Ottawa Mission Food Truck
2nd and 4th Monday of the month, from 3-4pm (1180 Shillington Ave)
Every Friday, from 10:30am-11:30am (29 Van Lang Private)
Free hot meal, freshly prepared by the Ottawa Mission Food Truck. Vegetarian options will also be available. Click here to view Shillington poster. Click here to view Van Lang poster.
Ottawa Public Library: Bookmobile
Tuesdays from 3-4:30pm (1520 Caldwell Avenue)
Wednesdays from 11:30am-12:30pm (29 Van Lang Private)
Wednesdays from 2:15-3pm (960 Silver Street)
No appointment is needed to return items or pick up holds at the Bookmobile. Offering a small collection at all stops too! Click here for more information.
Ottawa Outdoor Gear Library
877a Boyd Avenue - map
Are you passionate about health equity, spending time outdoors, and safe access to a clean environment? The library provides opportunities for individuals or groups to borrow equipment with as few barriers as possible. Click here for more information.
Volunteering with CarlingtonCHC
Various positions available
Join the volunteering team at CarlingtonCHC and support programs and events in your neighbourhood! Various positions and time commitments available. Give back to your community while having fun! Click here to apply today!
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StoryWalk Drop-In
Mondays from 2:30pm-3:30pm (Harold Place)
Fridays from 10am-11am (Westboro Kiwanis Park)
This outdoor activity will spark the imagination of children and families to observe the natural world while taking a guided stroll with our Early Childcare Educator and enjoying a book. To register email EarlyON@carlingtonchc.org.
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Parent & Child
EarlyON Playgroups and Programs
In-person playgroups at 900 Merivale Rd and various community locations! Workshops, Parenting Support programs, One on One consults about your child's development, community resources: Just Ask Us! Click here to view the November calendar and email us to register for a playgroup, parenting program, or to get more information. Please subscribe to the EarlyON newsletter for updates and details.
Snack & Chat
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, from 1pm-2pm - Zoom Registration
Health and parenting program for women interested in learning about parenting, health issues, nutrition. For more information call Rana at 613-722-4000 ext. 246. Offered in English. Click here to read consent to participate in online live program.
Twins & More
Tuesdays, from 9:30am-11am - Zoom Registration
Join other parents of multiples in the first 12 weeks via our free online sessions with professional Lactation Consultant. Online only (offered in English.) Click here to read consent to participate in online live program.
Buns in the Oven
Wednesdays, from 11am-12pm - Zoom Registration
A friendly prenatal support program for those who are pregnant and are interested in learning about pregnancy and nutrition. Featuring connections to a lactation consultant.
Q&A with a Lactation Consultant
Thursdays from 2-3pm - Zoom Registration
Join Carlington CHC's Lactation Consultant Janice over Zoom to ask your questions about breastfeeding, navigating the first 4-6 weeks, and connect with other parents. Click here to view poster, and click here to read consent to participate in online live program.
Pregnant in Ottawa - Live Online Prenatal Classes
Ongoing - Request to join the Facebook group
Join other families in Ottawa for ongoing support throughout your entire pregnancy, and post-partum. Join the monthly session that best fits where you are in your pregnancy. Learn what you need to know, when you need to know it.
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Carlington Youth Drop-In
Tuesdays from 6-8pm on Instagram and in-person at Bellevue Community Centre (1475 Caldwell Ave)
Connect with friends or make new friends at the Drop-In! Carlington CHC offers this program online and in-person. Drop-In to youth ages 12 to 18, with weekly fun activities. For more info, email Jenny.
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Youth & Teens
After School Program
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays from 3pm-6pm (1475 Caldwell Ave)
We're back for another school year! Join us after school for homework help, sports, snacks and more! A mix of academic, social, and physical activities for students in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6. Free and registration required. Click here to view poster.
After the Bell
Thursdays and Fridays from 3pm-6pm (29 Van Lang, Fieldhouse)
We're back for another school year! Join us after school for homework help, sports, snacks and more! A mix of academic, social, and physical activities for students aged 8 to 12. Free and registration required. Click here to view poster.
Redblacks Youth Mentorship Program
A free opportunity to bond with a pro athlete through the Ottawa Redblacks and Youth Mentorship Program (for youth ages 14-18). Receive one-on-one individual mentoring by dedicated athletes, focusing on building supportive relationships between athletes and high school youth. Click here to view poster, or for more information, email Natasha or call 613-722-4000 ext. 322.
SWAG (Students Will All Graduate)
SWAG (Students Will All Graduate) is offered by a team of Youth Workers, Ontario Certified Teachers and Volunteers 4 days a week throughout the school year and summer. The program provides credit based academic support, social recreation programming, mentoring and relationship building, and skill based leadership programming. Click here to view poster.
Carlington Youth Drop-In
Tuesdays from 6-8pm on Instagram and in-person at Bellevue Community Centre (1475 Caldwell Ave)
Carlington CHC offers this program online and in-person. Drop-In to youth ages 12 to 18, with weekly fun activities. For more info, email Jenny.
STAR Fall Programs
Tuesdays at Van Lang, Wednesdays at Carlington Gym, and Thursdays at Caldwell Family Centre
Christie Lake Kids' Skills Through Arts and Recreation (STAR) programs engage children and youth aged 6-17 in activities that include opportunities to participate in a variety of experiences. Offering after-school programs like art, soccer, cooking and music at various community centres. Click here for days, times and locations.
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Free Yoga Classes
Thursdays (1520 Caldwell Avenue)
Women's Yoga: 1pm-1:30pm
Community Yoga: 1:40-2:30pm
Yoga offers physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages. And, if you’re going through an illness, recovering from surgery or living with a chronic condition, yoga can become an integral part of your treatment and help with healing. All are welcome. Click here to view poster.
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Seniors
Educational Presentation: End-Of-Life Choices/MAid
Tuesday, November 8 from 10:30am-12noon (online)
Presented by Dying with Dignity - Ottawa Chapter, this presentation will summarize the various choices of the near end of life and information on palliative care. Including the history of the legislation, the pioneers who led to the legalization of medically assisted dying, recent legislation, eligibility criteria, and the process of the journey leading up to a MAiD death. Click here for more information.
Seniors Chair Exercises
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 1:00-1:40pm (in-person at 900 Merivale and online - Zoom)
In partnership with Family Physio, offering free chair exercises for older adults to increase mobility and build strength and balance. Designed for all skill levels, everyone welcome! Click here to view poster.
Brain Bingo
Tuesdays from 2pm-4pm (900 Merivale Rd)
Join us Tuesday afternoons for non-competitive fun of Bingo and trivia! Bring a friend or make new friends, free to join, all seniors welcome. Tea, coffee and hot chocolate provided. Click here to view poster.
A Friendly Voice
This telephone friendly visiting line for seniors is designed to provide an option for those who may be feeling lonely or isolated. Volunteers can assist by providing contact information for local services and resources for seniors. Call 613-692-9992 or 1-855-892-9992. Click here to visit the website.
Senior's Centre Without Walls
Offered through the Good Companions, Senior's Centre Without Walls is a free interactive telephone-based program that provides a rich line-up of health-related information from professionals in the community, later-life learning opportunities, participation in brain-stimulating activities, and most of all, the space to create meaningful friendships and community for those who may feel isolated. Call 613-236-0428 ext. 2323 or click here for more information.
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Health Services
Caldwell Vaccination & Health Hub
Thursdays, from 1pm-7pm (1475 Caldwell Ave)
Fridays, from 10am-4pm (1475 Caldwell Ave)
This week features Employee Social Service (ESS) and Community Social Service (CSSD) special guests!
There is a vaccination hub set up in Caldwell to ask questions, or get access to a vaccine for all eligible ages. Click here to view poster.
COVID-19 Vaccines: UPDATE
Do you have questions about the new bivalent booster dose? Consider getting your booster ahead of what may be an active flu and respiratory illness season in our community if you are 18 and over. It is recommended to receive the Bivalent Booster at an interval of at least six months from your previous dose. For more information click here.
Canadian Public Health Association Webinars and Podcasts
CPHA and other national-level public health organizations have partnered with public health researchers and practitioners to present different views and work that is occurring across Canada in the field of infectious disease and climate change. Click here for more information.
Telehealth Ontario
Telehealth Ontario is a free service provided by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care that allows residents to speak to a Registered Nurse any time of the day or night. Offered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 1-866-797-0000.
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Coping: Group Conversation Sessions
Wednesdays from 5-7pm (900 Merivale Road)
This supportive group counselling is for community members struggling with substance-use, addictive behaviours, trauma, anxiety and/or depression. Providing a safe and responsive environment for people to learn and share different ways of coping with life's challenges. Registration required. Click here to view poster.
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Mental Health & Addiction
Carlington CHC Crisis Intake
Intake services have changed and are provided through the support of technology as much as possible. Please contact intake by email or call 613-722-4000 ext. 260 to make arrangements to pick up any needed items, such as access to our food or baby cupboard. Intake is open Monday to Friday from 1-4pm.
Women's Support Group (VAW)
Wednesdays, October 26 - January 25, from 9:30am-12pm (900 Merivale Rd)
Support group for women who have experienced abuse by their partner (past or present) Learn about abusive relationships and their impacts, through discussions and activities. Breakfast, financial help for childcare and bus tickets available. Click here to view poster.
Women in the Wild
Wednesdays, bi-weekly, from 1-3pm
Join our support group as we explore the outdoors! Activities include forest therapy walks, photography, sketching in nature, hiking, and more! Various locations throughout Ottawa and Gatineau. Transportation from Carlington CHC is provided. Click here to view poster.
Coping: Group Conversation Sessions
Wednesdays from 5-7pm (900 Merivale Road)
This supportive group counselling is for community members struggling with substance-use, addictive behaviours, trauma, anxiety and/or depression. Providing a safe and responsive environment for people to learn and share different ways of coping with life's challenges. Registration required. Click here to view poster.
Overcoming Anxiety and Depression Group (online)
Tuesdays, November 8 to December 20, from 12pm-2pm (Zoom)
Join CentretownCHC's 8-week online group to learn how to manage anxiety and depression. Providing practical tools to help you feel better, increase your energy, and connect with others. Click here for more information.
Neighbourhood Wellness Hub
Wednesdays and Thursdays, various times (Bellevue Community Centre - 1475 Caldwell Ave)
Ottawa Public Health is offering wellness tips, assistance through Counselling Connect, connection to mental and substance use health services through AccessMHA and 1call1click. Click here to view poster.
Counselling Connect
With planning and development support from the Ottawa Health Team-Équipe Santé Ottawa, community-based mental health and addiction counselling providers responded. Counselling Connect provides all ages free access to a same-day or next-day phone or video counselling session, and counsellors can be requested from the African, Caribbean and Black communities, the LGBT2QI communities, and the Indigenous communities, and is also offered in Arabic. Click here for more information.
1 Call 1 Click
Helping children, youth and families, wanting to be connected with the right mental health and addiction services and care when they need it. Also offering bilingual system navigation for primary care providers, family doctors, organizations and school boards. Click here for more information.
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Current employment opportunities:
Administrative Assistant. Full time, permanent.
Headstart Teacher - RECE. Full time, permanent.
Early Years Program Workers. Casual, relief.
Physician. Locum (casual).
Registered Nurses. Casual (Job Inventory).
Become a Member:
Click here to access the application form
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